Fourth of July Commission
The City of Milwaukee's Fourth of July Festivities
Saturday, July 4th 2026
Milwaukee has long celebrated the Fourth of July with community events throughout the city, a tradition dating back to 1911. In 2026, Milwaukee will once again celebrate this great American holiday with parades, picnics, games, talent contests, fireworks and more!
The Milwaukee Fourth of July Commission has selected the 2026 Theme:
America 250: The Power of We
PLEASE CELEBRATE SAFELY - REMEMBER THAT FIREWORKS ARE ILLEGAL IN THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE
Below are the parks that are participating in 2026's 4th of July Celebrations by hosting daytime activities, holding parades and having official City of Milwaukee fireworks displays. Click on the individual park name to view their official program.
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2026 PARKS |
Daytime Activities | Parade | Fireworks |
|---|---|---|---|
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Alcott Park (11th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | YES |
|
Enderis Playfield (10th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | No |
|
Gordon Park (3rd Ald. District) |
YES | YES | YES |
|
Humboldt Park (14th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | YES |
|
Jackson Park (8th Ald. District) |
No | No | YES |
|
King Center (4th Ald. District) |
YES | No | No |
|
Lake Park (3rd Ald. District) |
YES | YES | YES |
|
Lincoln Park (1st Ald. District) |
No | No | YES |
|
Lyons Park (11th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | No |
|
Mitchell Park (8th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | No |
|
Washington Park (15th Ald. District) |
No | No | YES |
|
Wilson Park (13th Ald. District) |
YES | YES | YES |